Report - Wet 'n' Wild Water Park - North Shields, England

[Explorer 007]

Given the current status of the site, this was a time limited mission. Access was very easy. If you're interested, do hurry, as it will likely be flattened within 14 days.

Wet 'n' Wild in North Shields, UK, was once one of the largest indoor waterparks in the country. Opened in 1993, it featured a range of attractions, including water slides, wave pools, and rapids, making it a popular destination for families in the North East of England. Located in the Royal Quays complex, the park enjoyed significant popularity during its early years but faced operational challenges over time.

The park closed temporarily in 2013 when its operator went into administration. It was later taken over by Serco Leisure in 2014. However, declining attendance and high operating costs led to reduced seasonal hours from 2019 onwards. Despite efforts, the park closed permanently in February 2020 (before Covid) due to financial losses.

In August 2024, Bloom Developments purchased the site and right now, demolition is ongoing.

 

[RealBBNC]

I love the slides, very liminal and its giving me the creeps!

 

[Natah-X]

Damn thats pretty creepy! Cool photos!

 

[GRONK]

They’re not messing around there are they

 

[Calamity Jane]

Nice set 👍

 

[Explorer 007]

They’re not messing around there are they

Go explore... you know you want to 😄

 

[UrbnPlnt]

Mythical find, really good photos too. You mentioned demolition is ongoing do you know if anything is still there? Would love to explore it before it goes

 

[Explorer 007]

Mythical find, really good photos too. You mentioned demolition is ongoing do you know if anything is still there? Would love to explore it before it goes

There is enough left at the moment. The tower might be the last to go, but they are making really good progress with the front of the building so far.

 

[JaffaTB]

Didn't take long for demo to start, last i heard it was still alarmed and guarded why waste money if it was getting demolished anyway, looks a good place to explore though

 

[Explorer 007]

Didn't take long for demo to start, last i heard it was still alarmed and guarded why waste money if it was getting demolished anyway, looks a good place to explore though

Agree with everything you've said buddy. I checked last night and at present, there's still enough there to explore though, give it a go

 

[mookster]

Didn't take long for demo to start, last i heard it was still alarmed and guarded why waste money if it was getting demolished anyway, looks a good place to explore though

Usually so the members of the metal stealing community don't walk off with the demolition company's profits.

 

[Explorer 007]

Usually so the members of the metal stealing community don't walk off with the demolition company's profits.

Makes sense actually 👍

 

[rednax]

Do you think it will still be worth it by Christmas cos that's when ill next be in the north east I imagine by the time I get there it'll be gone which is crazy
I can remember going there when I was younger

 

[Explorer 007]

Do you think it will still be worth it by Christmas cos that's when ill next be in the north east I imagine by the time I get there it'll be gone which is crazy
I can remember going there when I was younger

Personally, no. Not at the speed they are moving. Some good drone videos on YT to give you an indication. Try make an excuse to get here sooner haha.

 

[rednax]

sadly I cant I'm at uni right now with no car so I'm only willing to take a 6 hr train journey at Christmas and the end of the year